Defect Description For Recall
Some Of The Involved Vehicles Were Not Inspected For Adequate Clearance Between The Steering Shaft And Its Firewall Opening. Inadequate Clearance Could Result In The Steering Column Becoming Scored Or Severed By The Firewall Sheet Metal.
Make Of Vehicle
AUTOCAR
Model Of Vehicle
RBW
Year
1978
Recall Campaign Number
79V180000
Component Description
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Dealer Will Inspect Vehicles And, If Necessary, Enlarge The Firewall Opening To Provide The MinimUM 3/8 Inch Clearance For The Steering Shaft. Any Scored Or Cut Shafts Will Be Replaced Without Charge To Owner.
Vehicle Manufacturer
White Motor Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
19780601
End Of Manufacture
19781201
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1223
Date Owners Notified
19800423
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
White Motor Corporation
Date Report Received
19790801